Haarlem, Netherlands 🇳🇱
#962
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
43%
Weight: 150
Moderately high cost of living typical for the Netherlands; cheaper than Amsterdam but still expensive compared to many global cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Housing prices and rents are relatively high due to demand and limited supply, though slightly more affordable than Amsterdam.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are moderately priced; local markets offer affordable fresh produce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced; cycling is free and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are varied but can be pricey, especially cultural events and dining.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with many options available.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
91%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
74%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, though fewer than in Amsterdam; quality is good.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable environments for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
72%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes popular with remote workers, though not as abundant as larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
51%
Weight: 100
Growing but still limited digital nomad community compared to major hubs.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Strong cultural emphasis on work-life balance and reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
89%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken; minimal language barrier for digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, occasional pollution from traffic but overall healthy.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
93%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Accessible and efficient healthcare services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Mild but often cloudy and rainy; limited sunshine especially in spring.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
97%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
84%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
25%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and public spaces due to mild climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; winters are cool and summers mild.
🔊 Noise Pollution
72%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with some noise near busy streets and nightlife areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, festivals, and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
62%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife with bars and live music, but quieter than Amsterdam.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, dunes, and countryside; good for cycling and walking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and informal opportunities to learn Dutch.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, museums, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
68%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and cinemas provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options including local Dutch cuisine and international fare.
🧠 Yoga Studios
71%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
73%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, sports clubs, and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and health food stores widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
76%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is favorable for working with most European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
65%
Weight: 25
Moderate networking events, more limited than larger cities but growing.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Some opportunities locally but many digital nomads work remotely for companies abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
63%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community with access to resources and events.
🏢 Coworking Quality
76%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
68%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem, smaller than Amsterdam but active.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Efficient and widely used digital payment systems including iDEAL.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; some local interest but not a major hub.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Close to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with excellent international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
82%
Weight: 20
Reliable buses and trains connect Haarlem well to surrounding areas.
🚶 Walkability
87%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing services available but less common than taxis.
🚲 Cycling
95%
Weight: 10
Excellent cycling infrastructure; biking is a primary mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
89%
Weight: 15
Frequent and fast train connections to Amsterdam and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
83%
Weight: 10
Wide availability of bike rentals; electric scooters less common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
92%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and some public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; no specific digital nomad visa for the Netherlands.
📊 Tax Friendliness
48%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes; some benefits for entrepreneurs but complex system.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
96%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
94%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
62%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires residency or proof of address; some banks more flexible.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with good online resources.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but limited nomad-specific services.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events, but fewer than major nomad hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Small but active online communities for Haarlem-based nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
91%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe public spaces.
♀️ Female Friendly
88%
Weight: 50
Safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
79%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with ongoing efforts to improve inclusivity.